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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / May 1
Ime Udoka needs to trust Reed Sheppard for Rockets to succeed 
LeBron James has earned his stripes. He has a longer rope than almost any NBA player. This is perhaps the best player in NBA history. He’s got this writer’s vote, and this writer can vaguely recall Michael Jordan’s last season with the Chicago Bulls, so… Well, unless you’re in your late 70s, you don’t recall Bill Russell’s prime anyway.
Kevin Durant News / Field Level Media / May 1
Rockets F Kevin Durant (ankle) out for Game 6 vs. Lakers
The Houston Rockets officially ruled out star forward Kevin Durant for Friday's Game 6 of their Western Conference first-round series against the visiting Los Angeles Lakers.
The 'Playoff scoring record by team' quiz
How many of the players who scored the most points in a playoff game for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 1
What Inside the NBA Said About Rockets Forcing Game 6 vs Lakers
The Houston Rockets continued to keep their season alive with a remarkable Game 5 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on the road. While the Rockets were once down 3-0 in this first round series, the momentum and storylines regarding this matchup have completely changed.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 1
Is Kevin Durant playing Friday night? Rockets vs. Lakers 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 6 injury report
The Houston Rockets have a chance on Saturday to become the fifth team in NBA history to force a Game 7 after trailing 3-0. They are likely to be without Kevin Durant again during Game 6 against the Los Angeles Lakers.
Houston Rockets News / Total Pro Sports / May 1
Rockets Injury Report: Will Kevin Durant & Alperen Sengun Play Tonight vs. Lakers?
When the Houston Rockets are in Toyota Center to host the Los Angeles Lakers for Game 6 of the dramatic NBA Playoff series, they have a lot at stake. While they stand firm with a 2-3 record against the guests, the latest update on Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun is what everybody has in their mind.
Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / May 1
Rockets have changed this Lakers series by trusting their youngest lineup at the exact right time
The Rockets are back in this series because they stopped waiting for a veteran rescue and started trusting their youngest lineup. With Kevin Durant set to miss Game 6, Houston’s best answer has become the group that was supposed to be learning on the fly.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / April 30
Can The Rockets Overcome History?
The Houston Rockets, being the Rockets, like to do things The Hard Way. In their second championship season, 1994-1995, the Houston Rockets defeated more combined playoff opponent regular season wins en route to their title than any team in NBA history before, or since.
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 30
Rockets take stab at tying series with turnover-prone Lakers
The one distinct advantage the Houston Rockets carried into their Western Conference first-round series with the Los Angeles Lakers was a youthful core that, if deployed effectively, would yield an unmistakable edge.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
Kevin Durant News / Athlon Sports / April 30
Kevin Durant Injury Update: Rockets Make Decision for Game 6
The Houston Rockets have won back-to-back games against the Los Angeles Lakers without Kevin Durant. The former NBA MVP has been sidelined by an ankle injury and has been forced to sit out Games 3 through 5 of their first-round NBA playoffs series.
Kendrick Perkins News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30
Kendrick Perkins predicts Rockets are about to make NBA history
It was only a few days ago that the Los Angeles Lakers looked on the verge of sweeping the Houston Rockets in their first-round series. However, Houston has enjoyed a spectacular comeback as they now trail the series only 3-2, with an opportunity to tie matters in Game 6 on home territory.
Ime Udoka News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30
Rockets rumors: ClutchPoints insider dumps cold water on Ime Udoka hot seat buzz
Ime Udoka could be an intriguing spot if the Houston Rockets crash out of the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs. However, one NBA insider poured cold water on that scenario even if the result still happens.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 30
Lakers are playing with fire as they head into Game 6 vs. Rockets
There's no Kevin Durant for the Rockets in Game 6, but there's no margin for error as far as the Lakers are concerned.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 30
The Houston Rockets’ Bench Steps up in a Big Way in Game 5 Win over the Lakers
The Houston Rockets' Bench Steps Up in a Big Way in Game 5 Win Throughout the 2025-26 season, the Houston Rockets have won games by playing tough defense, dominating the rebounding battle, and outplaying their opponents.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 30
The Lakers are giving Houston too many extra possessions to feel safe in this series
The Lakers still lead this series 3-2, but Game 5 was another reminder that their offense has become a liability whenever Houston drags the game into a possession fight.
Houston Rockets News / Total Pro Sports / April 30
Shams Charania Reveals Ridiculous Timing of What He Stopped Doing After Kevin Durant Trade News
ESPN’s Shams Charania is one of the prominent figures in the NBA insider community. He has been the source of some of the most shocking trade news, including news about Luka Doncic’s trade to the Los Angeles Lakers.
Reed Sheppard News / Bleacher Report / April 30
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30
How Ime Udoka’s screaming Reed Sheppard demand became Rockets’ biggest Game 5 moment
On Wednesday evening, the Houston Rockets kept their season alive with a narrow win over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5 of their first round series, sending the series back to Houston for Game 6 on Friday.
The 'No. 3 NBA Draft picks' quiz
How many of the third overall picks from every NBA Draft during the lottery era can you name in five minutes?
Rafael Stone News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 30
Rockets' Rafael Stone Finishes Seventh in Executive of the Year Award
Houston Rockets General Manager Rafael Stone was one of the more active front office executives last offseason. In fact, one could argue that Stone and the Rockets' front office were the most active across the league.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / April 30
Kevin Durant To Remain Out For Game 6
Kevin Durant will remain sidelined for Friday’s game of the Rockets‘ first-round series vs. the Lakers, Shams Charania of ESPN reported on Thursday’s episode of Get Up (Twitter video link).
Reed Sheppard News / Yardbarker / April 30
Reed Sheppard's clutch play late helps Rockets stave off elimination vs. Lakers on LeBron James' historic night
A historic night from LeBron James and the long-awaited return of Austin Reaves were still not enough to prevent the short-handed Houston Rockets from taking Wednesday's Game 5.
The '2025-26 NBA double-double leaders' quiz
How many of the 24 NBA players to record at least 20 double-doubles in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Larry Brown Sports / April 28
Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. takes a shot at Lakers in middle of playoff series
You at least cannot accuse Jabari Smith Jr. of frontrunning. The Houston Rockets forward Smith spoke with reporters on Tuesday before Wednesday’s Game 5 against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif.
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